EP2039935A2 - Pumpanlagensteuerung - Google Patents

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EP2039935A2
EP2039935A2 EP20080075766 EP08075766A EP2039935A2 EP 2039935 A2 EP2039935 A2 EP 2039935A2 EP 20080075766 EP20080075766 EP 20080075766 EP 08075766 A EP08075766 A EP 08075766A EP 2039935 A2 EP2039935 A2 EP 2039935A2
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F04—POSITIVE - DISPLACEMENT MACHINES FOR LIQUIDS; PUMPS FOR LIQUIDS OR ELASTIC FLUIDS
    • F04D—NON-POSITIVE-DISPLACEMENT PUMPS
    • F04D15/00—Control, e.g. regulation, of pumps, pumping installations or systems
    • F04D15/02—Stopping of pumps, or operating valves, on occurrence of unwanted conditions
    • F04D15/0209—Stopping of pumps, or operating valves, on occurrence of unwanted conditions responsive to a condition of the working fluid
    • F04D15/0218—Stopping of pumps, or operating valves, on occurrence of unwanted conditions responsive to a condition of the working fluid the condition being a liquid level or a lack of liquid supply
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F04—POSITIVE - DISPLACEMENT MACHINES FOR LIQUIDS; PUMPS FOR LIQUIDS OR ELASTIC FLUIDS
    • F04D—NON-POSITIVE-DISPLACEMENT PUMPS
    • F04D15/00—Control, e.g. regulation, of pumps, pumping installations or systems
    • F04D15/0066—Control, e.g. regulation, of pumps, pumping installations or systems by changing the speed, e.g. of the driving engine
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01F—MEASURING VOLUME, VOLUME FLOW, MASS FLOW OR LIQUID LEVEL; METERING BY VOLUME
    • G01F23/00—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
    • G01F23/14—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measurement of pressure
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01F—MEASURING VOLUME, VOLUME FLOW, MASS FLOW OR LIQUID LEVEL; METERING BY VOLUME
    • G01F23/00—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
    • G01F23/22—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water
    • G01F23/24—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of resistance of resistors due to contact with conductor fluid
    • G01F23/241—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm by measuring physical variables, other than linear dimensions, pressure or weight, dependent on the level to be measured, e.g. by difference of heat transfer of steam or water by measuring variations of resistance of resistors due to contact with conductor fluid for discrete levels
    • G01F23/242—Mounting arrangements for electrodes
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G01—MEASURING; TESTING
    • G01F—MEASURING VOLUME, VOLUME FLOW, MASS FLOW OR LIQUID LEVEL; METERING BY VOLUME
    • G01F23/00—Indicating or measuring liquid level or level of fluent solid material, e.g. indicating in terms of volume or indicating by means of an alarm
    • G01F23/80—Arrangements for signal processing
    • G01F23/802—Particular electronic circuits for digital processing equipment
    • G01F23/804—Particular electronic circuits for digital processing equipment containing circuits handling parameters other than liquid level

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  • the present invention relates to a method for monitoring a fluid level in a pumping installation and a controller for a pumping installation.
  • FIG. 1 of the accompanying drawings depicts a well 2 containing water from an inlet 3. The water is shown filling the well to a level 4. Rungs 10 are provided within the well 2 in order to facilitate human service calls. In order to prevent overfilling of the well 2, lead and lag pumps 6 and 7 are provided to pump out water via an outlet 8. The lead and lag pumps 6 and 7 are operated by a controller 12 which monitors level 4 of the water.
  • both the probe 14 and the pressure sensor 20 need to be removed for cleaning at regular intervals.
  • the removal and reinstallation result in variations of the distance between the pressure sensor 20 and the bottom electrode and also of the calibration of the pressure sensor.
  • Sewerage wells should be completely pumped out from time to time in order to avoid the build-up of excessive fat in the well. If the pumps are not turned off once the low water level is reached then the pumps may pump dry. However, variations in sensitivity of the pressure sensor may prevent the controller from accurately detecting the low water level cut out point. This results in either dry pumping, if the level is determined to be higher than it actually is, or less than optimal pumping out if the level is determined to be lower than it actually is.
  • the exact distance from the pressure transducer module 20 to each electrode must be known and needs to remain exactly the same throughout the life of the probe 14. If this distance changes, perhaps due to stretching and movements of the probe 14, then all calibration rules and formulas have to be updated resulting in much work and inaccuracies.
  • a method for monitoring a fluid level in a pumping installation using a combined pressure sensor and fluid level sensor arrangement which method includes the steps of:
  • the method may include the step of registering the combined sensor arrangement.
  • the step of registering may include establishing an expected correlation between the sensor measurements based on the type or model of sensor arrangement registered.
  • the type of sensor arrangement may be defined according to its physical attributes, such as length, position of the pressure sensor in relation to the fluid level sensor, a configuration of the fluid level sensor, a configuration of the pressure sensor, and/or the like.
  • the step of registering may include establishing an expected correlation for a fluid level sensor having a plurality of electrodes arranged along a shaft.
  • the step of registering may include establishing an expected correlation for a pressure sensor located on an end of the shaft.
  • the fluid level sensor may include a plurality of electrodes which detect a fluid level according to a conductive path established between such electrodes when they are submerged in a conductive fluid. Otherwise, the fluid level sensor may include a plurality of electrodes which sense a fluid level when a conductive path is established between the respective electrode and ground through a conductive fluid when submerged in such a conductive fluid.
  • the step of correlating the initial measurements may include linking the measurements so that a quantified change in one sensor's measurement allows prediction of expected change in the other sensor's measurement.
  • the step of calibrating may include performing a diagnostic check on a sensor.
  • the diagnostic check may include an impedance check between electrodes submerged in a fluid.
  • the diagnostic check may include an impedance check between an electrode and ground through a fluid.
  • the diagnostic check may include comparing the pressure sensor measurement to a reference value.
  • the reference value may include a measurement taken by a reference pressure sensor.
  • the step of calibrating may include statistically analysing the history of the fluid level sensor in order to calibrate the pressure sensor.
  • the step of calibrating may include statistically analysing the history of the pressure sensor in order to calibrate the fluid level sensor.
  • the statistical analysis may include determining a variance in measurements of the sensor to isolate the unexpected discrepancy. As such, by isolating the unexpected discrepancy, the sensor responsible therefor may be detected and marked for maintenance.
  • the step of calibrating may include activating a vibrator for removing undesired matter from the sensor arrangement.
  • the method may include the further step of controlling pumping means according to the monitored fluid level to maintain the fluid level in the well within a desired range.
  • the method may include a step of raising an alarm in the event that the step of calibrating fails to ameliorate the measurement discrepancy of the sensors.
  • a controller for a pumping installation using a combined pressure sensor and fluid level sensor arrangement including:
  • the controller may include fluid level and pressure sensor inputs for receiving the measurements from the sensor arrangement.
  • the processor may be responsive to measurements from a sensor arrangement including a fluid level sensor having a plurality of electrodes arranged along a shaft with the pressure sensor located on an end of the shaft.
  • the fluid level sensor may include a plurality of electrodes which detect a fluid level according to a conductive path established between such electrodes when they are submerged in a conductive fluid.
  • the fluid level sensor may include a plurality of electrodes which sense a fluid level when a conductive path is established between the respective electrode and ground through a conductive fluid when submerged in such a conductive fluid.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to register the fluid level and pressure sensors as a combined arrangement.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to register the sensor arrangement by establishing an expected correlation between the sensor measurements based on the type or model of arrangement registered.
  • the processor may determine the type or model of sensor arrangement by reading an identifier from a sensor.
  • the memory may include a lookup table for a number of sensor arrangements according to unique identifiers.
  • the look-up table may define the sensor arrangement according to its physical attributes, such as length, position of the pressure sensor in relation to the fluid level sensor, a configuration of the fluid level sensor, a configuration of the pressure sensor, and/or the like.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to correlate the initial measurements by linking the measurements so that a quantified change in one sensor's measurement allows prediction of an expected change in the other sensor's measurement.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to perform the calibrating by performing a diagnostic check on a sensor.
  • the diagnostic check may include an impedance check between electrodes submerged in a fluid.
  • the diagnostic check may include an impedance check between an electrode and ground through a fluid.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to perform the calibrating by statistically analysing the history of the fluid level sensor in order to calibrate the pressure sensor.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to perform the calibrating by statistically analysing the history of the pressure sensor in order to calibrate the fluid level sensor.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to perform the calibrating by determining a variance in measurements of the sensor to isolate the unexpected discrepancy. As such, by isolating the unexpected discrepancy, the sensor responsible therefor may be detected and marked for maintenance.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to perform the calibrating by activating a vibrator for removing undesired matter from the sensor arrangement.
  • the controller may include a reference pressure sensor.
  • the memory may include instructions for the processor to calibrate the pressure sensor and/or fluid level sensor according to a measurement taken by the reference pressure sensor.
  • the controller may include a user interface for allowing a user to specify operational parameters of the controller.
  • the memory may store instructions to enable the processor to interface with a user interface to allow a user to specify operational parameters of the controller.
  • the type of sensor arrangement may be specified via the user interface.
  • the user interface may include any suitable means allowing a user to specify, alter and/or programme the operational parameters of the controller.
  • the operational parameters may include lookup tables, sensor arrangement types, expected correlations between sensor measurements, calibration data, desired fluid levels, such as desired fluid level in the well, and/or the like.
  • the user interface may include a touch screen display, a keypad, discrete buttons, a data connection port, and/or the like.
  • the processor may further be configured to control pumping means according to the monitored fluid level to maintain the fluid level within a desired range.
  • the processor may be configured to raise an alarm in the event that the calibrating fails to ameliorate the measurement discrepancy of the sensors.
  • a media such as a magnetic or optical disk or solid state memory, containing computer readable instructions for execution by a processor to thereby perform the preceding method.
  • a pumping station well 2 that includes a probe 22 having a shaft along which a plurality of electrodes 24 are located and terminating at its lower end in a pressure sensor 26.
  • the well 2 is typically fed by a sewage inlet 3 to reach a fluid level 4.
  • the fluid level 4 can be varied by operation of lead and lag pumps 6 and 7 under control of controller 30.
  • the well also includes rungs 10 to allow service entry.
  • each of the electrodes 24a,...,24n is connected by a corresponding wire 28a,...,28n to the controller 30.
  • the controller 30 is provided in two parts. The first part is provided in the form of a base station 32, which receives wires 28a,...,28n, and 29 from probe or sensor arrangement 22, and which is also coupled to pumps 6 and 7.
  • the probe 14 detects a fluid level in the well according to a conductive path established between the electrodes 24 when they are submerged in the fluid. Otherwise, the probe 14 may sense a fluid level when a conductive path is established between each electrode 24 to ground when submerged in the fluid.
  • the second part of the controller is provided in the form of a user interface module 34 that includes a display screen and various keys for displaying information to an operator and receiving manually entered operator commands.
  • the first and second parts 32 and 34 are interconnected by a cable so that the interface module 34 may be located at a considerable distance from the base station 32.
  • FIG. 4 depicts an embodiment of the pump controller 30 in more detail.
  • the user interface 32 is fixedly wired to fixed input/output (I/O) ports 17 of the controller 34 which, in turn, are interfaced using suitable circuitry to a microprocessor 21 that accesses memory 35.
  • the shown connections may be established wirelessly, e.g. via radio frequency, or the like.
  • Memory 35 stores a software product 36 including instructions for the microprocessor 21 to monitor and receive measurements from electrodes 24 and pressure transducer 26.
  • the software 36 further includes instructions to monitor and operate pumps 6 and 7 and prompt for and receive operator input via user interface 32.
  • the user interface 32 includes a touch screen display, as shown.
  • the user interface 32 may include any suitable means allowing a user to specify, alter and/or programme the operational parameters of the controller 30, for example a screen flanked by buttons, or the like.
  • the operational parameters may include lookup tables, sensor arrangement types, expected correlations between sensor measurements, calibration data, desired fluid levels, and/or the like.
  • Software product 36 is typically provided as firmware in an integrated circuit memory device or as a magnetic or optical disc 27 which microprocessor 21 can access by means of disc drive 25, or the like.
  • the software 36 causes interface 32 to prompt a user to enter information identifying the particular probe 22 that is in use.
  • a typical data prompt and capture screen is shown in Figure 5 wherein a user has selected probe model "E" from the selection menu. This allows the controller 30 to register the combined pressure sensor and a fluid level sensor arrangement 22.
  • microprocessor 21 is able to determine the position of the bottom pressure sensor 26 relative to electrodes 24a,...,24n by referring to lookup table 37.
  • Lookup table 37 contains position data for each of the common models of probe that are available. In the event that the model of the probe in question is not listed in the lookup table, the operator can select a "custom" option from the selection menu and then manually enter the position details.
  • the controller includes instructions for the processor 21 to interpret an electronic chip located in the probe 22 and stores a model identifier.
  • the identifier may be in the form of a model number or similar code able to uniquely identify the probe type to the processor 21.
  • the processor 21 is able to read the probe 22 for its model type, or the like. This would obviate the requirement for the operator or user to specify the details of the probe or sensor arrangement 22 manually.
  • the probe types are generally stored in the lookup table 37.
  • the software causes microprocessor 21 to operate the interface 32 in order that it prompts the operator to enter the span of the well in question.
  • the span is the difference between the expected high and low water levels that the pressure transducer 26 is likely to encounter. For example, as shown in Figure 6 , the operator may select a span of 9.5 meters.
  • the software 36 then causes microprocessor 21 to operate interface 32 in order to prompt for a user to input a calibration cycle.
  • a calibration cycle For example, as shown in Figure 6 , the operator may select between automatic calibration should a discrepancy be detected, calibrating the sensor arrangement every pump cycle, daily, weekly, or the like.
  • the controller 30 is able to correlate initial measurements taken by the sensors 24 and 26.
  • the registration setup of the probe 22 generally establishes an expected correlation between the sensor measurements based on the type of sensor arrangement registered.
  • the type of probe or sensor arrangement 22 may be defined according to its physical attributes, such as length of the probe, position of the pressure sensor in relation to the electrodes of the fluid level sensor, a configuration of the fluid level sensor such as number of electrodes on the shaft, signal outputs of the respective sensors, and/or the like.
  • One probe may have ten electrodes spaced a predetermined distance apart, and another may have eight electrodes, or the like.
  • the correlation is typically the relationship between the measurements received by the fluid level sensor 24 and the pressure transducer 26.
  • a known probe type registered by the controller 30, as described above includes two known sensors 24 and 26. The initial measurements from both sensors are taken and correlated by the processor 21 so that a quantified change in one sensor's measurement allows prediction of expected change in the other sensor's measurement. This is possible by the controller 30 having a lookup table 37 with known characteristics for the different types of sensors 24 and 26.
  • the software product 36 enables the processor 21 to calculate that the fluid level sensor's output should indicate a change in impedance between electrodes 24a and 24b, or the like. In this manner, by establishing the relationship between the sensor measurements, the processor 21 can monitor the functioning of the sensors according to the expected output of each other.
  • the pressure sensor 26 does not require atmospheric compensation means, such as a tube to the atmosphere, or the like. This is due to the fact that the pressure sensor 26 need not sense the pressure of the fluid to an accurate degree with reference to the atmosphere. Rather, the measurements of the pressure sensor 26, irrespective of the accuracy relative to atmospheric pressure, are tied to the output of the fluid level sensor during correlation.
  • the controller 34 includes a reference pressure sensor 31, as shown in Figure 4 .
  • the reference pressure sensor 31 may be used by the controller 34 to calibrate the pressure sensor 26, as the controller 31 is typically at an atmospheric pressure. This further obviates the requirement for a tube to the atmosphere. Accordingly, calibration of the fluid level sensor 22 and/or the pressure sensor 26 may be done according to a measurement by the reference pressure sensor 31.
  • the correlation of the pressure sensor 26 measurements to the fluid level sensor 22 measurements provides a convenient calibration and error-checking means. It also nullifies the effect of the fluid's densities, temperature, etc. on the measurements of the pressure sensor 26.
  • the processor 21 is able to monitor the outputs of the sensors 24 and 26 to determine which sensor's output deviates the most from the expected historical value.
  • the pressure sensor or transducer 26 can provide an expected measurement for the judged fluid level in the well, when the fluid level sensor suddenly measures a different value than expected. As the pressure sensor indicates the expected measurement, the unexpected output of the fluid sensor can be correlated to the measurement of the pressure sensor judged to be correct.
  • the controller 30 may correlate the measurements of the sensors when the fluid level is at a level which provides historically correct measurements. For example, if the fluid level in the well is maintained at a substantially constant level for a period of time, impurities will accumulate on the probe 22 at that level. However, if the pumps lower the fluid to a level below or above such a constant level, the impact of the impurities on the sensor measurements will be reduced. When the fluid level is at such a historically uncommon level, the processor 21 is able to use the measurements due to an uncommon fluid level to recalibrate the correlation between sensor measurements so that more accurate monitoring of the fluid level is possible.
  • the fluid level is kept at a depth of 3 meters over a period of time, fat will build up on the probe 14 where it enters the fluid.
  • the electrodes immersed in the fluid will have lower impedance between them, while the electrodes above the fluid will have a higher impedance or open circuit value.
  • the fat build-up at the 3 meter level may continue to provide a lower impedance value across the electrodes at the higher level, i.e. the electrodes are "short-circuited" by the fat to a degree, even though the fluid level is actually lower.
  • the situation could arise where the fluid level sensor indicates conflicting fluid levels at 2.5 and 3 meter levels.
  • the controller 30 is aware that the historical fluid level was at 3 meters.
  • the pressure sensor 26 will also indicate a drop in fluid level of approximately 0.5 meter.
  • the processor 21 is then able to determine that the 3 meter measurement of the fluid level sensor 24 is inaccurate, and flag it as such for that particular level.
  • the controller 30 monitors the fluid level with the combined sensor arrangement and logs these measurements to compile a history for the sensors.
  • the controller 30 is able to control the pumps 6 and 7 to keep the fluid level at desired a desired range, typically as specified by an operator via the user interface 32.
  • the controller 30 monitors the measurements from the respective sensors and compiles a history of these measurements for both sensors.
  • the controller 30 automatically calibrates the sensor arrangement according to the history of measurements.
  • the controller 30 may also perform statistical analysis on the measurements to determine which sensor is inaccurate when compared to the history of the other sensor.
  • the fluid level is measured as 2.5 meters by both sensors 22 and 26 when the controller 30 activates the pumps 6 and 7 to lower the fluid level according to operational parameters.
  • the pressure sensor 26 measures that the fluid level is dropping whilst the pumps are active, but the fluid level sensor 22 measures a discrepancy in that the fluid level is level at 2.5 meters and at 1 meter. This is a clear indication that there are impurities present at the 2.5 meter level on the fluid level sensor, said impurities shorting the electrodes at that level.
  • the controller 30 is then able to detect that the fluid level sensor 22 is incorrect for readings at that level. For future readings, the controller 30 may then disregard the output for the fluid level sensor 22 at the 2.5 meter mark. The controller 30 may then also raise an alarm that the fluid level sensor 22 requires maintenance.
  • the calibrating or calibration procedure includes performing a diagnostic check on the sensors to determine if they are operating within optimal ranges. For example, if a sensor's output typically varies between 10mA and 20mA, and the output suddenly and unexpectedly drops to, say, 5mA, the controller can determine that something is wrong with that particular sensor. Similarly, the processor 21 can perform an impedance check between electrodes of the fluid level sensor 24 to check that it is working properly, or from an electrode to ground.
  • the processor 21 may also compile a statistical measurement of the fluid level sensor 24 in order to calibrate the pressure sensor 26. For example, as the sensor measurements have been correlated during the initial setup procedure, the processor 21 is able to keep a history of measurements for the sensors 24 and 26. As the build-up of impurities, such as fat 18, on the probe generally occurs over time, the processor 21 is able to adjust the relationship in measurements between sensors accordingly.
  • a gradual decrease in impedance between electrodes for the fluid level sensor 24 would be indicative of fat build-up on the probe 14, which build-up does not affect the pressure sensor in the same manner.
  • the controller can maintain substantially accurate measurements from the probe 14.
  • a gradual increase in impedance may be indicative of build-up of non-conductive impurities. This continual adjustment is possible between both sensors as the controller reestablishes the correlation.
  • the controller knows that when the output of the pressure transducer increases by 10mA, the fluid level sensor 22 provides an impedance of 15 kilo Ohm between the electrodes. Fat build-up over time might gradually reduce the impedance between the electrodes, so that an output of the pressure transducer of 10mA produces an impedance measurement of 4.5 kilo Ohm over time.
  • the controller 30 is configured to take into account such gradual alterations of the sensors due to the build-up of impurities.
  • the controller 34 is configured to receive a desired fluid level from a user via the interface 32.
  • the software product 36 contains instructions for the processor 21 to favour the pressure sensor measurement over a predetermined range of such a desired fluid level, as it is known that the fluid level sensor's measurements may be unreliable about this point due to the build-up of impurities over time.
  • the desired fluid level or duty/lead point is set at 3 meters at which the controller 34 should maintain the fluid level, then it follows that impurities are likely to accumulate at such a level on the probe 14. As discussed, these impurities may reduce the accuracy of measurements of the fluid level sensor over time.
  • the controller 34 is configured to favour the pressure sensor's measurements when the fluid level is sensed to fall in this range, as the pressure sensor is not affected by the build-up of impurities. The controller 34 may then favour the measurements of the pressure sensor 26 when calibration at this level is taking place.
  • the calibration procedure includes activating a vibrator for removing undesired matter from the probe or sensor arrangement 22.
  • the vibrator may include an ultrasonic vibrator tuned according to a length of the sensor arrangement, or the like. In this manner, activating the vibrator will cause the probe to oscillate and shake some of the impurities from the probe 22.
  • the controller 30 is also typically configured to raise an alarm in the event that the calibration procedure fails to ameliorate the measurement discrepancy of the sensors.
  • the alarm may include notifying a suitable party that the probe 22 is malfunctioning, so that the probe can be cleaned, or the like.
  • the controller 30 typically includes alarm means, such as a transmitter for transmitting an alarm signal, or the like.
  • the user interface 32 may also include an alarm, such as an audio signal, a visual indication, or the like, to notify an operator.
  • the pressure sensor is able to monitor the entire span of the well, i.e. from the bottom to a level above the probe 14 where the fluid level sensor 24 is unable to measure. As such, this allows the controller 30 to monitor for emergency fluid levels via the pressure sensor 26, or the like. The controller 30 is thus able to raise an alarm for very high fluid levels, or calculate a time until the well overflows, or the like.
  • the invention also comprises a method for controlling the pumping installation, as described above.
  • the typical method steps are outlined in the flow diagram of Figure 7 .
  • the sensor arrangement is registered. As described above, this registration includes identifying the probe or sensor arrangement, albeit automatically or manually. This registration enables the controller 30 to retrieve the correct parameters from the look-up table corresponding to the selected probe.
  • the initial sensor measurements are correlated.
  • the controller 30 is able to detect and subtle changes in measurements over time, allowing automatic calibration even in the event of fat build-up on the probe 22.
  • the fluid level 44 is monitored according to a preset value, typically provided by an operator.
  • the controller 30 controls the pumps 6 and 7 at box 46 in order to keep the fluid level within acceptable limits.
  • the controller 30 will perform the calibration procedure. This decision step is indicated by block 48 in the flow diagram. However, if the measurements correlate as expected, the controller will keep on monitoring the fluid level and controlling the pumps accordingly as shown at boxes 44 and 46.
  • the calibration procedure shown at box 50 can include different actions which the controller 30 can perform in order to try and calibrate the sensors.
  • the actions may include activating a vibrator, performing a diagnostic check on the components, consulting statistical values compiled over time for the sensors to determine the most likely accurate measurement, and/or the like.
  • the controller resumes with normal operation of monitoring and controlling the fluid level, as shown in blocks 44 and 46.
  • the controller 30 will trigger an alarm, as shown at box 54. This alarm will notify the relevant party that the probe is malfunctioning and must be serviced.
  • the Inventor associates several advantages to the method and associated controller.
  • the Inventor regards it as an advantage that the controller is able to perform automatic calibration of the sensor arrangement according to the measurements from by the respective sensors.
  • the controller provides for an elegant solution which is easy to install and commission, as well as to maintain and service.
  • the controller is able to combine the accuracy of a fluid level sensor with the antifouling qualities of a pressure sensor to achieve accurate monitoring of a fluid level.
  • controller is able to correlate sensor measurements to enable calibration of the sensor arrangement, thereby reducing maintenance on the probe.
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